thank you · exclamation /ˈθæŋ.kˌjuː/
thank you (GRATEFUL)
A1 used to tell someone that you are grateful because they have given you something, done something for you or made a polite remark
Dictionary examples:
That was a delicious lunch, thank you.
"Here's your coffee." "Thank you very much."
Thank you for my lovely birthday present.
"You look very nice in that dress." "Thank you."
Learner example:
I like pork meat very much. Thank you very much. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; Mandarin)
thank you (ACCEPT/REFUSE)
A2 said to politely accept or refuse something that has been offered to you
Dictionary examples:
"Would you like some more cake?" "Yes, I will have a small piece, thank you."
"Do you need any help?" "No, thank you."
thank you · noun C usually no plural /ˈθæŋ.kˌjuː/
thank you
B1 something that you say or do in order to show that you are grateful for something
Dictionary examples:
I'd like to say a big thank you to everyone for all their help.
The chocolates were a thank you for looking after the children.
Learner example:
I'm writing to say [a] very big thank you for our fantastic weekend. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Russian)
